Health Benefits
Increases metabolic rate, Lower blood pressure, Protects against kidney stone formation
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
General Benefits
Gives you energy
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Skin cleansing
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
NA
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy Symptoms
NA
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Not Available
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Not Available
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Not Available
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
Not Available
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
Water Content
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Calories in Pie
Not Available
Type
Citrus
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Dry
Spring, Summer
Varieties
NA
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Color
Orange, Yellow
Bright red, Pink red
Inside Color
Creamy Yellow
Greyish-white
Taste
Sweet
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Origin
Jamaica
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Soil Type
Loamy
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
Facts about
- The name is derived from the word "ugly" refering to the it's unpleasant appearance, with rough, wrinkled, greenish-yellow rind, wrapped loosely around the orange pulpy citrus inside.
- The seed of Lychee fruit is toxic & can adversely affect the digestive system.
- This fruit gives a smoky flavor when eaten dried.
- This fruit is a symbol of love and romance in China.
Top Producer
Jamaica
China
Other Countries
NA, United States of America
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Top Importer
Europe
Hong Kong
Top Exporter
Jamaica
China
Botanical Name
Citrus reticulata × Citrus paradisi
Litchi chinensis
Synonym
Tangelo, citrus tangelo
Nephelium litchi
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
NA
Magnoliophyta
Class
Unknown
Magnoliopsida
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Rutaceae
Sapindaceae
Species
C. reticulata × paradisi
L. chinensis
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Soapberry
Difference Between Ugli fruit and Lychee
We might think that Ugli fruit and Lychee are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Ugli fruit and Lychee Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Ugli fruit and Lychee is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Ugli fruit and Lychee with peel is 45.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 66.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Ugli fruit and Lychee belong to Low Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Ugli fruit and Lychee is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Ugli fruit belongs to Rutaceae family and Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family. Ugli fruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata × paradisi species and Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.